Electrify Podcast

Matt and Jo are together for this episode, and have a lot to discuss! They kick off with a discussion on the NEVI program, and the new standards and requirements that were announced. Next, they discuss the shutdown of Tesla's Shanghai factory and what this means for Tesla. Then they break down the rebate available in CA if you convert your ICE vehicle, into an EV, and why Jo doesn't like it.  Lastly, they talk about the reality that EVs do not apply to every use case, but one they definitely do is the new Maybach PHEV.

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Joining Jo today is the CEO and Founder of FreeWire Technologies, Arcady Sosinov. Arcady and Jo kick off the episode with some discussion around the NEVI program and the practicality of this bill, and how FreeWire plays a role in making charging more attainable through energy storage.

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Joining Jo today is the newly-elected Chairman of the Automotive Trade Association Executives, president of the California New Car Dealers Association, and NADA member, Brian Maas. They first discuss how the EV space is developing, one of the key ways being the plethora of choices that the consumer now has to select from. Next, they discuss Brian's role in the dealership space, and some of the many benefits to the consumer of purchasing an EV from an in-person dealership, as opposed to online. Lastly, Brian shares some advice on how dealers across the country can prepare for the inevitable EV wave.

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Joining Jo on today's episode is the CEO of Taiga Motors, Sam Bruneau. Taiga is focused on electric vehicles in the off-roading space, where they currently have an electric snowmobile, as well as an electric personal watercraft. Jo and Sam start with a discussion on how Taiga was started, the process of entering into production, getting certified, and overcoming supply chain volatility. Next, they chat about how all of Taiga's products were created from scratch and the benefits that this brings. Lastly, they talk about the low maintenance of Taiga products, the impact this will have on the space, as well as what is coming up next for Taiga.

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On this episode of Electrify News, Matt and Jo discuss the NEVI funding, a new "charging consortium" and the role that will play on public charging infrastructure. Next, they discuss the importance of getting things right the first time, the chaotic price fluctuation of Tesla, and how traditional automakers are getting it right in many respects. Then they discuss the contrast between the design of the car versus the technology available, and which the consumer values more. They wrap with a discussion around their excitement for the new enthusiasts that are making their way from ICE vehicles over to the EV space.

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On this week's episode, Matt and Jo start off with the exciting news that EV drivers in Canada can now download the Chargeway mobile app for station finding and EV trip planning. Then, they discuss some of the new developments in the self-driving car debacle, how it can still fit in the industry, and how Tesla has fallen short of the perfection narrative. Lastly, they breakdown the recent news that Shell purchased Volta for 6% of its original valuation.

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Matt and Jo are back for this podcast episode. First, they discuss the self-driving car program, the degree to which the wheels have fallen off, and some possible solutions to revive it.  Next, they discuss the new Ram1500, the VW I.D. Buzz and other new EVs  that are making their debut. Then they discuss how consumers view the EV space, how consumers can make an EV fit into their life today, and what the overall ownership experience of an EV is like.

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Joining Jo today is an automotive industry legend, Matt DeLorenzo. Matt has a new book out which is titled How To Buy An Affordable Electric Car: A Tightwad's Guide to EV Ownership. Matt and Jo discuss this new book, how Matt got involved in the EV space and the price parody for electric vehicles. Next, Matt shares why he believes buyers need to shift their expectations when thinking about purchasing EVs. Lastly, Matt and Jo lay out the practicality of owning an EV, and how to make it fit into your day-to-day life.

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Joining Jo today is the founder of the Electrify Expo, Bj Birtwell. Bj and Jo kick off by discussing their excitement for the upcoming year, and they have a conversation about Tesla and their need to increase marketing efforts as more manufacturers infiltrate the EV space. Next, they talk through the RPM act, and what it means for the automotive industry. Lastly, they talk about the new shows for Electrify Expo that are on the calendar, and all the anticipation they have for the next year of Electrify Expo events.

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Matt and Jo are back on this episode, and ready to cover it all. First, they discuss Matt's recent travels around the world ad the receptivity and excitement he is seeing all over for EVs. Next, of course, they have to talk about charging and some of the recent headlines over this holiday season, EV batteries, and new battery swapping programs. Then they discuss how some Ev's are being packaged, Tesla's ecosystem of products, and the need for transparency in EV rollouts from EOMs. They close out the episode with what their biggest headline was regarding EVs in 2022, and what they hope to see in 2023.

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